Higashihiroshima Population 2026
Higashihiroshima has a population of 196,608, making it the #123 biggest city in 🇯🇵 Japan, located in Hiroshima. Roughly 0.2% of Japan's population lives here. It is about 50× smaller than Tokyo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
196,608
Rank in Japan
#123
Coordinates
34.41°N, 132.74°E
~217 m elevation · Asia/Tokyo
Distance to capital (Tokyo)
649 km
403 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hiroshima
Cities near Higashihiroshima
FAQ
What is the population of Higashihiroshima?
Higashihiroshima has a population of 196,608 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #123 biggest city in Japan.
What region is Higashihiroshima in?
Higashihiroshima is located in Hiroshima, Japan.
Is Higashihiroshima the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo, about 649 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.